Originally Posted by
Navaleye
Having someone from an aviation background as the new 1SL is a big step forward. All we need now is some more aircraft.
Does it need to be a career WAFU? For example i the new Fleet Commander has a background as a Fighter Controller, presumably in the Sea Harrier days, so will understand the need for a task group to have fighters and other aspects of defence in depth, and the way that carrier based aircraft work with AAW destroyers and AEW aircraft. A PWO(A) should have similar knowledge, as should most Warfare types. A PWO(U) will understand the role of the ASW helicopters and how they work with SSNs and things like MPAs. Submariners should have experience of working as part of a task group, including with frigates and ASW helicopters. Most (surface) warfare types and WAFUs should have at least some experience of amphibious things.
Sadly the system seems to screw over people who do amphibious things - maybe the FCF concept will help? I know of a (now retired) Lt Cdr PWO and Major RM (from the LC specialisation) who got career fouled for it.